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Jagger is showing you his victory pose. Why? Because he beat parvo like a champ.

Burn Ban, Drought and Extreme Fire Danger

As of April 24, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties. Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning statewide, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted.

Brandon and Ayden Davis were all smiles while sliding down the slide at this year's Merry-Go-Round Festival. Jeff Melton photo

Brandon and Ayden Davis were all smiles while sliding down the slide at this year's Merry-Go-Round Festival. Jeff Melton photo

Gaffney, SC - - Brian Eugene Lanier, 52, of 435 Ford Road, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Robert "Bob" William Conlon, 87, entered his heavenly home Monday, April 27, 2026 surrounded by his wife and family.

Dolores Ann Ramos Abdow, 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

David and son August Hamrick were admiring this Volkswagen at the Broad River European Classic Car Show that was held in Uptown Shelby on Saturday, April 25. Jeff Melton photo

Melanie Young Holt, born on May 30, 1969, in Marvell, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in Shelby, North Carolina.

Louis Ray Patterson, 92, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Carolina Care Health and Rehab.

Jackie "Jack" Kennedy Thurman, 61, of Shelby, North Carolina transitioned on April 15, 2026.

Ann Emory Keller, 82, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Marcella Collins Crawford, 60, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on April 27, 2026 at her home.

Gaffney - A memorial service for Marion Lee Campbell, 70, resident of 216 Darwin Road, Gaffney, will be held Sunday, May 10th at 2:00
following a Celebration of Life luncheon beginning at noon in the social hall of Sardis United Methodist Church.

Paul Eudene Sisk, 85, of Casar, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.

Geraldine "Deanie" Mauney Roome, age 79, of Lincolnton, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026, at Testa Family Hospice.

Norma Jean Brittain Smith, age 80, of Cherryville, passed away April 23, 2026, at Carolina Care Health and Rehabilitation.

Jacob Lenly Campbell, age 26, of Oakboro, NC, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026 at his home.

Jimmy Blanton, age 90, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

Specialist Fourth Class Lawrence Alan "Al" Silvers, age 78, of Ellenboro, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026 at his home.

SHELBY- Ann Wakefield Young, born on April 4, 1950, in Burke County, passed away peacefully at her home in Shelby, surrounded by her beloved family on February 25, 2026, at the age of 75.

Gaffney -- Richard Sydney Ellis, 68, of 114 Brown Street, passed away on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, at his home.

Cecelia Ann Page Williams, 79, of Stony Point Road, Shelby went to be with the Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at her residence.

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tavaris Jamal Griffin, age 30, born in Dallas County, Texas.

Gloria "Diane" Shumate, 79, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on April 22, 2026 in Gastonia, NC.